Help your teenager think critically
Develop your teenager’s intellectual edge
Give them the skills AI can’t replace
What’s The Lit Teen?
It is a platform to help your teenager build human skills (communication, critical thinking, curiosity, influence, and empathy) to thrive in an AI-powered world.
Why This Matters Now
Artificial intelligence can generate information.
It cannot replace judgment.
It cannot replace curiosity.
It cannot replace thoughtful communication.
The teenagers who will thrive won’t simply be the ones who know the most facts. They’ll be the ones who can evaluate information, communicate clearly, solve problems, and think independently.
Those are the skills that create opportunities—in school, in college, and throughout life.
The Spark Behind The Platform
A little while ago, a father in my community approached me with an unusual request.
His daughter hoped to become a lawyer someday, and he wasn’t looking for homework help or test prep. He wanted her to become a stronger communicator: to analyze information, build persuasive arguments, and express complex ideas with confidence.
That conversation stayed with me.
As I began working with more middle- and high-school students, I realized this wasn’t just one family’s concern. Many bright students can find information, but they struggle to evaluate it, explain it, and defend their thinking.
In an AI-powered world, those skills are becoming even more valuable.
That’s why I created The Lit Teen.
What You Get
No spam. No generic parenting platitudes.
One deeply researched essay delivered straight to your inbox every month—completely free.
